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Ketosis kinda sounds like the medical term for bad breath, but it’s actually what the “keto” in keto diet stands for. And, if you follow the keto diet or are interested in it, getting your body into ketosis is what you’re going for. In case you’re not familiar with...

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Six years ago, Nicole was stuck in an unhappy relationship and, ultimately, an unhappy life – but she knew she deserved better. Deciding to tackle her problems head-on, Nicole confronted her unhealthy relationship with food by focusing on her health instead of weight loss. This is how she...

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Victoria Arlen was born a triplet, along with her two brothers. As a little girl, she loved to dance and was extremely talented at sports. All in all, she was a hopeful, energetic youngster. However, when she was just 11, Victoria experienced worrying flu-like symptoms. She fainted several...

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Soon spring will be over and the hot months of summer will arrive. Great, right? Well, if you dislike ants then it can be a troubling time – especially when they invade your home. Sure, you can use regular pesticides and powder that kills them in their droves, but that can be an...

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Our increased appetite for TV and trans fats isn’t the only reason we’ve gained weight, according to a study in the International Journal of Obesity. Here, Dr Wayne May gives other reasons our waistlines are expanding. Who knew? 1. Chronic stress Stress can lead to relatively...

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According to 2016 research, millennials are having less sex than any generation since the 1920s. This is a bad thing for a few reasons: 1. Sex is fun, and you should be having as much of it as you can; and 2. They’re all missing out on the many well-documented health benefits of having...

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How often do you exercise a week? How long do you work out? What kind of intensity do you aim for? For years, we’ve been told that we need to move more and sit less. However, sometimes, pushing yourself too hard can cause more harm than good – resulting in much more than aching...

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13-year-old Trenton was involved in a trailer accident, suffering so much head trauma that he ended up in a coma with suspected brain damage. The boy would struggle bitterly for life, with doctors sure he was going to eventually die. Then, when his parents signed papers to donate five of his...

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Nothing ruins a nice summer night quite like mosquitoes do. However, there’s a completely natural – and very simple – way of getting rid of the pests the next time you’re sitting outdoors enjoying the weather. If mosquitoes are a constant pain in your… well,...

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Tattoos remain popular and people get them for a multitude of reasons. But before you finally make the decision to "ink" your skin, it’s worth understanding all the potential risks. Cape Town dermatologist Dr Ian Webster previously told Health24 that you should only go to a...

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People naturally love a one-size-fits-all approach to dieting. However, as with most nutrition-related subjects, the low-carb, high-protein approach just isn’t as simple as it sounds. For a start, there’s a lot of confusion about what actually constitutes a carbohydrate. Alongside...

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When Justin Rozier was just nine-months-old, his father, Jonathan Rozier, was killed in action while serving in the US Army. Jonathan’s wife, Jessica, had talked to her husband only 12 hours before his death. She gave him an update on their wonderful son. Unfortunately, Jonathan never...

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When one dad and his son walked onto the stage for Britain’s Got Talent, the judges didn’t really know what to expect. As usual, the pair were asked to introduce themselves. Son Jack, 12-years-old, explained that he had played the guitar and sang with his father Tim, 43, since he was...

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A sore throat is a common health complaint, especially amongst children. While most sore throats are a result of a cold or flu virus, hay fever or other allergies, they can also be a symptom of a more serious conditions. The South African Pharmacist's Assistant recommends seeing a doctor as...

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For 35 years, homeless Raimundo Arrudo Sobrinho lived on the streets. During the days he tried to write short stories and poems, though his material was never read by anyone. Day after day, Raimundo continued to write. Like many poets and authors, he hoped his words would some day be published...